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From Driver to Pilot with Capri Wesley | S2 E4

April 22, 2025 • Barry Alt & Annette Bauer with Capri Wesley • Season 2 • Episode 4

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🚀 From Race Driver to Pilot: Capri Wesley’s Journey into Drone Videography 🎥🏁

In this episode of Gearheads ‘n Gasoline, hosts Barry Alt and Annette Bauer sit down with Capri Wesley, the powerhouse behind Adrenaline Aerial Media. Capri shares her fascinating journey from the racetrack to the world of drone videography, offering insights into the creative and business challenges she’s faced along the way.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
🚁 Aerial Evolution: How Capri transitioned from racing to capturing motorsports from above.
🎮 Drone Mastery: The steep learning curve of piloting—and why even the best pilots crash!
📢 Marketing Magic: Strategies that help drone businesses stand out in motorsports.
👩‍💼 Breaking Barriers: The challenges and rewards of being a female entrepreneur in racing and drone videography.
🤝 Power of Collaboration: How networking fuels growth in this fast-paced field.
🎥 Emotional Impact: Capturing high-speed moments that define motorsports storytelling.

Capri also dives into the realities of balancing a corporate job with a passion for videography, the importance of continuous learning, and why having fun is key to avoiding burnout. Plus, hear about her biggest drone mishaps and the lessons they taught her!

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Guest Bio:
As a racer, I want to capture memories of racing in a unique way. I love to put together videos highlighting a racing teams weekend at the track or to highlight an event.

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